January 11-12, 2024

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A/E/C PROJECT MANAGEMENT BOOTCAMP
PROGRAM TOPICS AGENDA

MOST VALUABLE ROLE OF THE PM

• Traits the best PMs share
• How you as a PM can add value to your Principals

PM’S ROLE IN BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT

• Why every PM should have a role in business development
• How PMs can cross-sell the firm’s services to grow the business
• How you can use your current job to bring in more work in the future

PLANNING THE PROJECT FOR SUCCESS

• When you should begin the project planning process
• What are the 10 critical elements of a good project management plan?
• What are the differences in planning for small vs. large projects?

REALISTIC PROJECT SCHEDULING

• Master the 11 elements of a superior schedule
• Common pitfalls to avoid when making a project schedule
• How to develop and implement a more efficient work process
• How good scheduling helps avoid rework and increase profit

PROJECT FINANCIAL (AND PROFIT) PLAN

• 4 proven methods to for creating a foolproof project budget
• Inside tips for balancing the project’s scope and fee
• 6 vital steps PMs should use to improve cash flow

HOW TO ASSUME PROJECT LEADERSHIP

• 7 steps for assuring staff at critical points of the project
• How to identify and deal with difficult personality types
• How to rise from a Transactional PM to a Transformational PM
• What is the first step in successfully delegating work on my project?

MANAGING PROJECTS FOR CLIENT DELIGHT

• Why do clients select different firms?
• How well do you know my client ... and why does it matter?
• Techniques for improving your relationship with your clients?
• How can I become my client’s advisor?

MANAGING RISKS TO AVOID GRIEF AND LOSSES

• Why do traditional QA/QC approaches fail?
• 29 dangerous terms you must understand in your A/E contracts
• Pitfalls successful PMs must avoid in sub-consultant negotiations